The Longview Police Department offers a competitive incentive package designed to meet the needs of our employees. The links to the right describe our salary and benefit package for police officers employed with the City of Longview. In March of 2001, the Longview Police Department began a Lateral Entry Program. The Program allows qualified peace officers the ability to join the ranks of the Longview Police Department at an elevated entry level salary. Please take a moment to review our Salary and Benefits.